Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic medical records systems for accurate record-keeping and communication among team members.
Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
Participated in interdisciplinary rounds daily, providing valuable input on patients'' progress and updating care plans accordingly.
Utilized advanced assessment skills to recognize early signs of clinical deterioration in neonates, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns promptly.
ER RN
Richardson Medical Center
Rayville, LA
01.2024 - Current
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Medical-Surgical RN Telemetry
Ochsner LSU Health
Monroe
01.2023 - 05.2024
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Phlebotomist
Richardson Medical Center
05.2021 - 01.2023
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Added patient information into system after drawing blood, ordered and received correct tests.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Nurse Technician
Richardson Medical Center
Rayville, LA, LA
05.2022 - 01.2023
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths and performing dress changes for patients.
Administered medication according to each patient's medical charts and recorded vitals such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Interviewed patients to current symptoms and medical histories.